This chapter provides for adjustments from the development standards
of this Zoning Ordinance only when, because of special circumstances
applicable to the property, including location, shape, size, surroundings,
or topography, the strict application of this Zoning Ordinance denies
the property owner privileges enjoyed by other property owners in
the vicinity and under identical zoning districts.
A variance or modification is not required for alterations,
modifications or other changes to a non-conforming structure or non-conforming
use where the alterations, modifications or changes make the structure
or use more compliant with the development standards of this Zoning
Ordinance.
(Ord. 01-594 § 2, 2001; Ord. 14-940 § 36, 2014)
In approving a variance, the Commission may impose reasonable
and necessary specific design and locational conditions relating to
both on- and off-site improvements, which are intended to ensure that:
A. The project will comply with all the findings listed in Section
19.60.040; and
B. On-
or off-site improvements (e.g., fire hydrants, streets, street lighting,
traffic-control devices, etc.) are provided as reasonable and necessary
to carry out the purpose and requirements of the applicable zoning
district.
(Ord. 01-594 § 2, 2001)
Decisions on a variance or modification may be appealed in compliance with Chapter
19.76 (Appeals). The procedures of Chapter
19.62 (Permit Implementation, Time Limits, and Extensions) shall apply after approval of the variance or modification.
(Ord. 01-594 § 2, 2001)